Quote by Nicolas Chamfort

If it were not for the government, we should have nothing to laugh at in France.

If it were not for the government, we should have nothing to

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This quote highlights the influence and impact of the government on the French society. It suggests that the government's actions, decisions, and policies can provide material for laughter or critique. Without the government's presence and actions, the quote suggests that there would be a notable absence of humorous or satirical content, implying that the government plays a significant role in shaping the social and political landscape that generates comedy and amusement in France.

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